Whiplash claims

Have you suffered whiplash as a result of an accident that wasn’t your fault?

Whiplash is the most common injury sustained from a road traffic accident, and is caused by a sudden forwards, backwards, or sideways movement of the head. This stretches and damages the tissues in the neck, which can cause weeks, or months, of pain. For some people, the symptoms of whiplash can be permanent, causing substantial impact on their overall quality of life.

Symptoms of whiplash:

Pain/tenderness in your neck, painful to touch

Muscle spasms in the neck and shoulders

Neck stiffness or pain when moving your head

Headaches

Arm or shoulder pain

Although whiplash is relatively common, and is generally not regarded as a serious injury, it can still stop you from being able to carry on with your everyday life. The symptoms of whiplash can limit your mobility, and prevent you from doing things such as going to work or driving while you recover, as well as having a negative effect on your mental wellbeing.

If this is the case for you – especially if you are still suffering from whiplash months after your accident – there may be grounds for you to make a claim for personal injury.

For many of our clients, the stress of suffering from whiplash is amplified by the fact that they believe the cause of their whiplash could have easily been avoided. For example, being involved in a car crash where the driver of another vehicle was at fault, or even being injured whilst on public transport.

We understand that this can be a difficult and distressing time. If you have been injured in a road traffic accident, making a claim for compensation may be the last thing you want to think about, but we would urge you to get the ball rolling and establish if you are eligible for compensation as soon as possible.

Claims can take considerable time to conclude, and in the meantime, your finances could be severely stretched. We deal with most cases on a ‘No win, No fee’basis, leaving you to focus on your recovery, rather than worrying about legal costs.

Attwood Solicitors will work hard to ensure a fast resolution for your case, without adding further hassle or stress to your life. Contact us today for a free consultation, expert advice, and support with your claim.

Determining liability is the first step in a Personal Injury case, and evidence will be required to prove that a third party was responsible for any injury or illness for which you are seeking compensation.

If you are unsure who is liable, or you are struggling to collect evidence, but still believe that you deserve compensation for your injuries, get in touch with our team immediately. We may be able to help build your case by talking with witnesses, experts, or other stakeholders to establish the facts.

After you’ve been involved in a Road Traffic Accident, it’s understandable that your main objective will be to recover from your experience and put it behind you. Claiming compensation for your accident is often a good way of doing this, as it not only provides financial support at a time when you need it the most, but should also help you feel that justice has been served.

We work tirelessly to ensure that each client is awarded the maximum compensation possible for their case. If you are successful in your claim, you may be awarded compensation for one or more of the following:

The injury sustained, including physical and mental damage. Compensation is awarded based on pain, suffering, and inability to resume ‘normal’ life.

Financial losses, including loss of earnings since the accident. Loss of potential future earnings may also be considered.

Out-of-pocket expenses including care costs, medical costs, travel to medical appointments and home help. (Please note: It’s important to keep any receipts for out-of-pocket expenses so that they can be included in any claim).

Future needs – It may be necessary to make adjustments in the future, such as adaptations at home, which may also be claimed for.

Our experience and expertise in Personal Injury cases will help you to secure the compensation you deserve.

If you have sustained a personal injury, seeking compensation may be the last thing on your mind, but it’s important to be aware that there are time limits for taking legal action. Don’t worry, we understand that it may be difficult for you to talk about what has happened, but please rest-assured that our sympathetic team is here to support you, and will make the process as simple and straightforward as possible.

The first step is simply to get in touch with us. You can give us a call, email us, or complete our online enquiry form – whatever feels most comfortable for you.

We will take some basic details and information about what has happened, before introducing you to a carefully selected solicitor who specialises in your type of claim. They will then guide you through the rest of the process. (You can find out more about what that involves in the Attwood Solicitor’sGuide to Personal Injury Claims).

There are many companies offering support for Personal Injury claims, but before you decide which one you trust to secure the best outcome for your case, here are some things you that you should know about Attwood Solicitors:

We are Personal Injury Specialists – that means we focus solely on ONE area of specialism, rather than trying to be a Jack of All Trades. As such, our expertise is unrivalled.

We are committed to processing your claim to the best of our ability, ensuring the best outcome for you, in the least stressful way possible.

We have a huge depth of experience and wide-ranging case history, which means that we can offer the best legal knowledge to support your claim.

We have a proven track record of successful claims and are proud of our reputation as leaders in our field.

We believe you have suffered enough already, and therefore undertake all Personal Injury Claims on a No Win, No Fee basis.

We believe you should have your own appointed Legal Expert to ensure continuity of care and tailored support.

We offer a sympathetic and supportive approach, understanding that you have been through, and are still going through, a difficult time.

We believe that open and honest communication is the key to a successful client relationship, and will keep you informed throughout, with clear and precise information.

We offer a free initial consultation where we will be honest with you about the likely success of your claim.

Our integrity is paramount, and we therefore offer our expertise in a caring and considerate way, where all decisions are made in the best interests of the client.

We will guide you and fight your corner for you, making the process as stress-free as possible.

We are there for you every step of the way – providing expert advice and support with your claim without adding hassle or stress to your life, so that a resolution can be achieved as quickly and smoothly as possible.